Crime in Brent, Somerset: statistics, rates and trends
583 crimes were recorded in Brent, Somerset in the 12 months to July 2026, 56.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 9% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Brent, Somerset at a glance
- Crime trends in Brent, Somerset
- Types of crime in Brent, Somerset
- Brent, Somerset compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Brent, Somerset
- What happened after crimes were reported in Brent, Somerset
- Population and deprivation in Brent, Somerset
- Questions about crime in Brent, Somerset
- About this data
583 crimes were recorded in Brent, Somerset in the 12 months to July 2026, 56.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 9% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 286 reports (49% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Brent, Somerset has the 2,781st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Brent, Somerset | Somerset | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 583 | 53,466 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 56.0 | 90.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -9% | +6% | -1% |
| Population | 10,419 | 588,328 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Brent, Somerset was highest in the year to July 2022 (798 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (583). Over the whole period it fell 3%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 583 | 56.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 644 | 61.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 690 | 66.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 643 | 61.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 798 | 76.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 653 | 62.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 602 | 57.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 702 | 67.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 602 | 57.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 72 |
| June 2026 | 42 |
| May 2026 | 63 |
| April 2026 | 52 |
| March 2026 | 46 |
| February 2026 | 35 |
| January 2026 | 23 |
| December 2025 | 46 |
| November 2025 | 38 |
| October 2025 | 52 |
| September 2025 | 68 |
| August 2025 | 46 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Brent, Somerset over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in burglary (+19%). The largest falls were in public order (-32%) and other crime (-30%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 286 | 27.4 | 0.80 | -14% |
| Other theft | 71 | 6.8 | 1.07 | -8% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 47 | 4.5 | 0.29 | +7% |
| Public order | 42 | 4.0 | 0.61 | -32% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 36 | 3.5 | 0.51 | -3% |
| Burglary | 32 | 3.1 | 0.87 | +19% |
| Vehicle crime | 17 | 1.6 | 0.33 | -6% |
| Drugs | 14 | 1.3 | 0.41 | +40% |
| Other crime | 14 | 1.3 | 0.64 | -30% |
| Shoplifting | 9 | 0.9 | 0.10 | +12% |
| Possession of weapons | 8 | 0.8 | 0.79 | +100% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.3 | 0.35 | +50% |
| Robbery | 3 | 0.3 | 0.21 | -25% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 0.06 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Brent, Somerset
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Brent, Somerset recorded 286 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (27.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 49.1% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Brent, Somerset
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Brent, Somerset recorded 71 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 12.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Brent, Somerset
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Brent, Somerset recorded 47 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 8.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Brent, Somerset
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Brent, Somerset recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 7.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Brent, Somerset
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Brent, Somerset recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 3% on the year before. It made up 6.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Brent, Somerset
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Brent, Somerset recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 19% on the year before. It made up 5.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Brent, Somerset
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Brent, Somerset recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Brent, Somerset
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Brent, Somerset recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 40% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Brent, Somerset
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Brent, Somerset recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Brent, Somerset
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Brent, Somerset recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Brent, Somerset
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Brent, Somerset recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Brent, Somerset
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Brent, Somerset recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Brent, Somerset
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Brent, Somerset recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Brent, Somerset
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Brent, Somerset recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Brent, Somerset, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Brent, Somerset.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Brent, Somerset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burnham on Sea North | 938 | 86.9 | +55% |
| Highbridge & Burnham South | 1,379 | 146.6 | +162% |
| Huntspill | 579 | 56.8 | +2% |
| Cheddar | 626 | 65.7 | +17% |
| King Alfred | 391 | 39.8 | -29% |
| Bridgwater East & Bawdrip | 1,853 | 128.3 | +129% |
| Bridgwater North & Central | 2,325 | 221.4 | +296% |
| Bridgwater West | 754 | 67.2 | +20% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Brent, Somerset over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Shrubbery Close | 62 |
| On or near Parking Area | 31 |
| On or near Rookery Close | 30 |
| On or near Bristol Road | 24 |
| On or near Weston Road | 24 |
| On or near Church Road | 15 |
| On or near Hill View | 15 |
| On or near Theme/Adventure Park | 15 |
| On or near Knoll Park | 14 |
| On or near Orchard Grove | 14 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Brent, Somerset over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 217 | 37.2% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 158 | 27.1% |
| Under investigation | 56 | 9.6% |
| Not recorded | 47 | 8.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 43 | 7.4% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 21 | 3.6% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 11 | 1.9% |
| Court result unavailable | 8 | 1.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 8 | 1.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 7 | 1.2% |
| Local resolution | 5 | 0.9% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
Brent, Somerset has an estimated population of 10,419. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Brent, Somerset sits in decile 5.5, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Brent, Somerset |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 55.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 29.8% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 81.8% |
| Social rented homes | 4.3% |
| Private rented homes | 13.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.5 |
Is Brent, Somerset a safe place to live?
Brent, Somerset recorded 56.0 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Brent, Somerset?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 286 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by other theft (71).
Is crime in Brent, Somerset going up or down?
Recorded crime in Brent, Somerset was down 9% on the year before: 583 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 644 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Brent, Somerset?
Brent, Somerset is policed by Avon and Somerset. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Brent, Somerset. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.